Activities for the Tulip Time Festival in Holland, Michigan
Things to Do at the Tulip Time Festival Kickoff on May 1, 2010
Saturday's events start at 8:00 am with the Tulip Time Run. Whether you participate in the run or watch from the sidelines, consider sitting down for a while afterward by taking in a trolley tour through Holland. Each tour lasts 75 minutes and costs $13 for adults and $6 for kids ages 5 to 12. Tours run from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm that day and depart every 30 minutes.
Afterward, check out the free Art and Craft Fair, which runs from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. Don't miss the Quilt Show, running from 10:00 am until 8:00 pm. It costs $5 for everyone ages 14 and up.
You'll want to stop by the carnival, which runs from 11:00 am until 11:00 pm. There is a minimum purchase of $10 in Midway Bucks, which are good for the carnival's rides, food, and games. They have a great deal if you're part of a family group; $25 will cover a family of up to six people. If you're not into carnival food and games and prefer to spend all your time on rides, opt for a wristband. Good for unlimited rides, it costs $20 that day, since it's a weekend. During the week, it's only $17.
At 7:00 pm, check out the Barbershop Parade of Quartets at Christ Memorial Reformed Church. Tickets to this 90-minute event cost $16. This event includes a competition in which the audience will choose the winner.
Another option for 7:00 pm takes place at the Civic Theater. The Butler Did It costs $20 and lasts about 2 1/2 hours.
Cap off the night with the fireworks show at 10:00 pm. There will be live music until 11:00 pm.One of the world's largest flower festivals, Tulip Time Festival is an annual event that celebrates Holland's Dutch heritage. This year's festival begins on May 1 and runs through May 8. Tulips begin blooming in mid-to-late April and generally last through mid-May, depending on the weather conditions. For additional information on activities throughout the festival, see the Tulip Time website.
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Post a CommentYou probably should say that Holland is in Michigan; I was ready to go overseas! :) This sounds like a nice festival. Tulips are such pretty and varied flowers!